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Wimbledon AI Line Judges Face Backlash After Mistakes

7/8/2025

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Wimbledon’s new AI line judges are under fire after players like Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper experienced costly mistakes. A notable match between Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova and Sonay Kartal exposed a significant system failure, leading to an official apology. In response, Wimbledon is revising protocols to ensure a harmonious blend of human oversight and technology.

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Story summary

Wimbledon’s new AI line judges are under fire after players like Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper experienced costly mistakes. A notable match between Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova and Sonay Kartal exposed a significant system failure, leading to an official apology. In response, Wimbledon is revising protocols to ensure a harmonious blend of human oversight and technology.